If you’re a newcomer to the hobby of astronomy, you want a telescope built with beginners in mind, like the Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ. This telescope will show you the rings of Saturn, Jupiter’s four brightest moons, the region where new stars are born in the Orion Nebula and so much more—all without breaking the bank!
The Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ’s German equatorial mount helps you track objects smoothly as they move across the night sky by simply turning the slow motion control knobs. This 80mm refractor made with high quality coated glass lenses brings in lots of light for bright, crisp views. This telescope kit includes a 20mm eyepiece for wide angle views and a high-power 4mm to punch in on details. Plus, Celestron has included a 3x Barlow lens, which triples the magnification of each eyepiece. It’s like having four eyepieces!
This telescope makes it easier than ever to become an amateur astronomer. In addition to the eyepieces and Barlow lens, you’ll also receive a sturdy, full-height aluminum tripod and an optical finderscope to help you locate and center objects.
The PowerSeeker 80EQ sets up in just minutes and breaks down into several lightweight pieces for easy transport. It’s perfect for taking along on a camping trip or setting up in the backyard for a tour of the Solar System. With the Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ, get ready to create memories that last a lifetime as you share the night sky with your family.
Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ Fast Facts
- All glass coated optics
- Sturdy equatorial mount for easy tracking
- 20mm (45x magnification), and 4mm (225x magnification) eyepieces
- 3x Barlow lens triples each eyepiece